The Verge's Guide to the 2024 Presidential Election: Key Issues for Tech and Climate

Understanding the Role of Presidential Campaigns in Shaping Ideology

Presidential campaigns serve as a platform for expressing various ideologies, often articulated through a series of promises. While some promises reflect genuine intentions, others may fall outside the realistic capabilities of the presidential office. This year, the political landscape is heating up as Vice President Kamala Harris prepares to face off against former President Donald Trump in the upcoming election.

The Verge's Election Guide: Cutting Through the Noise

The Verge’s election guide aims to sift through the myriad of campaign promises and identify the tangible policies that will affect voters, particularly in the tech industry. As both candidates gear up for the election, several critical issues arise:

• Regulatory Power Over AI: With artificial intelligence becoming a crucial component of business and daily life, the regulatory framework governing AI is under scrutiny. The candidates' positions on this matter can significantly influence the industry's future.
• Monopolies: The ongoing conversation about monopolies in the tech space continues to be a divisive issue. How each candidate plans to address big tech and competition will have long-lasting implications.
• Cryptocurrency Regulations: The quick evolution of cryptocurrencies demands attention in policies that can balance innovation with consumer protection.
• Electric Vehicles and Climate Change: This election stands as a pivotal moment for electric vehicles in America. The candidates' approaches to climate change will shape the future for both consumers and the industry.

Collective Action Problems in Technology

At The Verge, our interest in this election extends beyond just tech policy. We strive to illuminate the collective action problems that hinder progress across various sectors, including hardware, software, and the internet. As we analyze these issues, it becomes evident that collective action problems often pervade numerous domains.

What is at Stake?

The overarching question this election poses is whether it falls under the government’s purview to address these collective action challenges. As the political machines rev up, voters must consider what’s truly at stake: the direction of national policy and the extent of governmental responsibility in resolving these pressing issues.

Conclusion: The Future of Governance in Tech

As we move forward, the outcome of this election will not only define the future policies that govern technology and innovation but also impact the broader societal approach to collective challenges. Voters must remain informed and engaged to ensure that their voices are heard in the decisions that will shape our future.